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Mercedes C Class Sedan vs VW Tiguan - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (680 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (41300 £ vs 33300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C Class Sedan or VW Tiguan?

Mercedes C Class Sedan

VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C Class Sedan

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Tiguan has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 33300 £ , while the Mercedes C Class Sedan costs 41300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 8025 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: VW Tiguan manages with 1.40 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Mercedes C Class Sedan with 1.60 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the VW Tiguan performs slight better – achieving up to 126 km, about 9 km more than the Mercedes C Class Sedan.

Tiguan

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Mercedes C Class Sedan has a decisively edge – offering 680 HP compared to 272 HP. That’s roughly 408 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes C Class Sedan is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the VW Tiguan takes 5.90 s. That’s about 2.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mercedes C Class Sedan performs to a small extent better – reaching 280 km/h, while the VW Tiguan tops out at 242 km/h. The difference is around 38 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mercedes C Class Sedan pulls significantly stronger with 1020 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 620 Nm difference.

C Class Sedan

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, VW Tiguan is hardly perceptible lighter – 1599 kg compared to 1695 kg. The difference is around 96 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Tiguan offers evident more room – 652 L compared to 455 L. That’s a difference of about 197 L.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes C Class Sedan minimal takes the win – 570 kg compared to 533 kg. That’s a difference of about 37 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Mercedes C Class Sedan
VW Tiguan

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C Class Sedan

Mercedes C Class Sedan

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.6 - 9 L
  • Electric Range : 11 - 117 km

Mercedes C Class Sedan

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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VW Tiguan

3.9 (7 Reviews)
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The VW Tiguan blends sensible family practicality with a dash of German polish, delivering a calm, reassuring ride and a cabin that never feels like an afterthought. For buyers who want an SUV that’s easy to live with yet still nicely dressed, the Tiguan is the grown‑up choice that keeps a cheeky wink in reserve.

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Mercedes C Class Sedan
VW Tiguan

Costs and Consumption

Price
41300 - 103100 £
Price
33300 - 51900 £
Consumption L/100km
1.6 - 9 L
Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 8.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
11 - 117 km
Electric Range
118 - 126 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
41 - 205 g/km
co2
32 - 190 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 66 L
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1695 - 2195 kg
Curb weight
1599 - 1890 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
490 - 652 L
Length
4751 - 4842 mm
Length
4539 mm
Width
1820 - 1900 mm
Width
1842 - 1859 mm
Height
1438 - 1458 mm
Height
1656 - 1658 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1486 - 1650 L
Payload
480 - 570 kg
Payload
460 - 533 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
130 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9 - 10.6 s
Max Speed
230 - 280 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 242 km/h
Torque
250 - 1020 Nm
Torque
220 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
96 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1496 - 1999 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D, E, F, B
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
VW
Is the Mercedes C Class Sedan offered with different drivetrains?

The Mercedes C Class Sedan is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.